PME-NA

Use of the Whole Class Discussion Framework for Improving Elementary Mathematics Instruction and Achievement

• In Event: Poster Session #1
  In Poster Session: Use of the Whole Class Discussion Framework for Improving Elementary Mathematics Instruction and Achievement

Description

Effective teaching leads to student achievement in mathematics. Many teachers need support to implement high-quality teaching practices. Therefore, professional development must support shifts in teacher practice towards a vision of high-quality teaching. This paper presents findings from a master’s program designed to improve teacher practice in mathematics teaching. The Whole Class Discussion Framework (WCDF) was embedded into the professional development design. Data was collected on the framework to document shifts in practice, and student achievement scores were analyzed. The findings revealed that teachers shifted their instructional practice and positively impacted student achievement scores. Implications for using this tool to support shifts in teacher practice are discussed.

Authors

• Teruni Lamberg, University of Nevada, Reno

• Lynda R. Wiest, University of Nevada - Reno